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Rabies

… travels down the nerves from the brain. It multiplies in different organs. The salivary glands are most important in … temperature and sunlight, affect how fast the virus will become inactive. The rabies virus can’t spread when it dries … exposure. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Ptosis

… with either of these muscles or their nerves, ptosis can occur. The eyelid muscles stay relaxed and the lid hangs down … problem with the superior tarsal muscle. Ptosis is not very common. The most common form that is present from birth is … is severe. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your eye doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Gastroparesis

… sample (biopsy) if needed. In some cases, your doctor may recommend injecting Botox into the sphincter muscle at the end … several hours after eating food. Scintigraphic gastric accommodation. This test measures your stomach contents … disease. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Travel Vaccine Planning

… to other countries, it's important for you to review your vaccine history and needs with your doctor. Do this as far in … you need? The CDC divides travel vaccines into routine, recommended, and required. Your doctor will review these with … These centers can be found using the CDC website, Visit the CDC's Find a Clinic page. Or use their link to …
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Hip Arthroscopy: After Surgery

… may be given a brace to wear. You may also be told to wear compression stockings for a few days after surgery to help … Ask when you should see your surgeon for a follow-up visit. Do rehab exercises as prescribed. Ask your surgeon … a follow-up appointment 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. At this visit, sutures (stitches) may be removed. Your surgeon may …
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Postpartum Hemorrhage

… enough, these blood vessels bleed freely. This is the most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage. If small pieces of … contact your doctor? Most cases of postpartum hemorrhage occur at delivery or soon after. But you may bleed heavily … recovery. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Peripheral Vascular Disease

… (PAD).  What causes peripheral vascular disease? The most common cause of PVD is atherosclerosis. This is the buildup … Overweight Physical inactivity Smoking or use of tobacco products Those who smoke or have diabetes have the … treatment. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your …
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Alpha Thalassemia

… The two main types of thalassemia are alpha and beta. Different genes are affected for each type. Thalassemia can … based on which type of alpha thalassemia is inherited. Common symptoms for each type may include: Alpha thalassemia … symptoms. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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